TrainHybrd Podcast - Hyrox, Hybrid Training, Running & Endurance

What does it take to go from first-time HYROX competitor to qualifying for the Elite 15, all in under a year?In this episode, we sit down with Tom Rodgers, one of the fastest-rising names in Australian HYROX. Since entering the sport in 2023, Tom has made waves with multiple podium finishes across solo, doubles, and team relay events. But it was his 56:05 solo finish, one of the fastest in HYROX history - that truly cemented him as a force to watch.Whether you’re a HYROX athlete, a hybrid competitor, or a runner stepping into functional fitness, this conversation will challenge how you think about racing, training, and leveling up under pressure.We’re digging into what makes Tom tick, from his unique training style and rural lifestyle, to the mindset shifts that helped him rise so fast.🔍 What we explore in this episode:How Tom got into HYROX and what early races taught himThe “conjugate training” method and how it fuels his hybrid performanceHis thoughts mid-race during that historic 56:05 finishCompeting across solo, doubles, and team formats, what changes?What it’s like training alongside elite partner and mentor Chris WoolleyBalancing rural living, real life, and high-level competitionA full breakdown of Tom’s current training weekRecovery, consistency, and staying sharp when motivation dipsWhat’s next: goals for the Elite 15 in Barcelona and beyondThis episode isn’t just about one athlete’s success, it’s about the systems, choices, and mental edge that drive performance at the highest level.🎯 If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to break through in HYROX… this is where you start.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

On today’s episode, Ben & Jackson chat with James Kelly, Australia’s fastest Hyrox athlete. They dive into his Hyrox strategy, how he built his endurance engine, and the mindset that drives his success in fitness racing.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: TrainHybrd

In today's episode, we dive into an important topic for athletes and fitness enthusiasts: overtraining. Pushing your limits can lead to impressive gains, but when you push too hard for too long, it can backfire. We’re breaking down the key signs that you might be overtraining and giving you strategies to know when it's time to pull back and prioritize recovery. Whether you're a runner, hybrid athlete, or just someone who loves to train, this episode is for you. Learn how to recognize when you're pushing too hard and take control of your performance with smarter recovery strategies.PLUS, We're giving away 6 weeks of training FREE. To enter, just drop us five stars, follow us on Instagram, and join the Patreon.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

What exactly is a taper, and why is it so damn important for race day? Find out on today's episode and how to taper properly for a Hyrox and other endurance events.PLUS, We're giving away 6 weeks of training FREE, to enter, Just drop us five stars, follow us on Instagram and join the Patreon.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

Heart rate tracking can be a game-changer for Hybrid Athletes, Hyrox competitors, and runners—but only if your data’s accurate.In this episode, we break down:🔹 Wrist vs. Chest Straps – Why wrist monitors might be giving you false data (and what to do about it).🔹 Train Smarter – How tracking your heart rate can boost endurance, improve recovery, and sharpen your aerobic fitness.🔹 Blood Oxygen & Performance – The surprising link between hemoglobin, oxygen transport, and altitude training.🔹 Wearable Maintenance – Quick tips to keep your monitor accurate and reliable.If you’re serious about performance, this one’s a must-listen.Tune in now and train smarter. 🔥/////////////💤 Sleep Better, Recover StrongerStruggling with poor sleep? PILLAR’s Triple Magnesium is a game-changer.✅ Deeper sleep ✅ Better HRV & recovery ✅ Wake up feeling fresh💪 Get yours at PillarPerformance.shop🇺🇸 North American listeners: TheFeed.com – use code HYBRD for 15% off./////////////👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

In this episode of the TrainHybrd podcast, we break down how to run stronger, not just faster. Whether you're grinding through HYROX's compromised runs or pushing for a stronger race finish, building run-specific strength and efficiency can be a game-changer.We cover five key strategies to help you stay smooth when others are falling apart:1️⃣ The Role of Strength in Running – Why strong glutes, hamstrings, and core muscles keep your form locked in under fatigue.2️⃣ Fartlek Training – The underrated method that builds aerobic power, rhythm, and strength in one.3️⃣ Hill Running – A strength workout in disguise that boosts power, drive, and mechanics.4️⃣ Speed Endurance – Essential for holding pace when your legs are screaming.5️⃣ Periodised Planning – How to structure these methods across your training cycle for maximum gains.If you're serious about improving your running—whether you're training for HYROX or smashing PBs—this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build durability, improve your form, and become a stronger, more efficient runner.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

What does it take to crush a 1:03.25 Hyrox PB? In this episode, we break down the key moments that helped Jackson hit his fastest Hyrox Men's Pro time yet, plus his first-ever mixed doubles race with his girlfriend Rhi—and the surprises that came with it. Ben’s kicking off a fun new monthly running adventure that’s all about pushing limits and exploring new places.Whether you're a Hyrox competitor, hybrid athlete, or runner looking for inspiration, this episode’s packed with insights you won’t want to miss.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

If you want to get faster, stronger, and mentally tougher, this episode is for you. We sit down with Hunter McIntyre, world champion hybrid athlete and Hyrox king, to break down what it really takes to dominate endurance and strength-based events.💪 In this episode, we cover:✔️ How to get 5-10% faster in races—without overtraining✔️ The biggest training mistakes hybrid athletes make✔️ Why "balance" is holding you back from your best performance✔️ The simplest way to improve your Hyrox or hybrid training✔️ How to build mental toughness & embrace the pain✔️ Hunter’s next big move—what’s coming after Hyrox👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

This week, we’re diving into the world of elite endurance and strength with Anthony DiPaolo, a powerhouse in Hyrox racing and a plant-based athlete. Anthony has redefined what it means to compete at the highest level while thriving on a vegan diet.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

In this episode, Jackson and Ben break down their trip to Hyrox Auckland, sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. Ben talks about his first experience racing in the Men's Open division, while Jackson recaps his performance in the Men's Pro. They dive into why Auckland’s course was the hardest and slowest for many competitors, what made it so different, and the lessons learned along the way. If you've ever wondered what it's like to take on a brutal Hyrox course as both a rookie and a pro, this one's for you!👉 Check out all our socials through this link: TrainHybrd

Most HYROX athletes get race week wrong. In this episode, Ben and Jackson break down the real difference between a deload and a taper, and why choosing the wrong one can cost you speed, confidence, and performance.Perfect for HYROX competitors, hybrid athletes, and anyone prepping for an event or heavy training block.🔥 What We Cover:– Taper vs deload: the real definitions– Why they aren’t the same– Why HYROX athletes respond better to deloads– Why marathoners need tapers– When to take a deload (and when to take it sooner)– How to read fatigue vs rigid programming– What to do when you feel overreached or “sick-ish”– Why you won’t lose fitness in a week, but you can ruin your raceFeaturing Jackson’s real-world lead-up to Melbourne HYROX.Key Takeaway:HYROX rewards rhythm, continuity, and smart recovery, not marathon-style tapering. Deloads keep you sharp, confident, and ready to perform your best.🎧 Listen now and tag us with your takeaway on IG @trainhybrd

What does it really take to perform at the top of HYROX without burning out or losing yourself?In Episode 72, Ben and Jackson sits down with James Kelly, 4th at HYROX Worlds and one of the sport’s most respected athletes, for an honest conversation about mindset, pressure, training, and identity at the elite level.Whether you’re a HYROX competitor, hybrid athlete, or someone chasing performance with balance, this episode will hit home.🔥 What We Cover:🧠 Mindset at the top, pressure, expectations, staying grounded🏋 Training highs and lows - motivation, longevity, & growth📈 Training smart - season structure, avoiding burnout, listening to your body⚡ Solo vs doubles - pacing, mindset, trust, accountability🪣 Filling your bucket - community, connection, what truly matters🎧 Listen now and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @trainhybrd

What if your CrossFit engine isn’t built for the HYROX grind?In this episode, Ben and Jackson break down why training like a CrossFitter won’t make you race-ready for HYROX - and what you actually need to perform, not just survive.From pacing and aerobic capacity to movement efficiency and muscular endurance, this one’s a reality check for every hybrid athlete out there.We cover:🏋️ What carries over from CrossFit to HYROX❌ Why max strength doesn’t matter - endurance does⚡ Energy system differences (aerobic vs. anaerobic)🧠 The pacing problem that ruins most races🎯 Why specificity beats randomness every timeWhether you’re a HYROX competitor, hybrid athlete, or CrossFitter making the switch, this episode will challenge how you train, race, and recover.🎧 Listen now and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @ trainhybrd

What if getting older didn’t mean slowing down, but getting better?Today, Coach Jackson and Ben sit down with Jeff Zwally: fitness coach, CrossFit gym owner, and founder of Live More Age Less, to talk about how fitness, mindset, and curiosity can help you perform for life.At 62, Jeff’s proving that age is just data. From training smarter and building strength through the decades to staying curious and connected, this one’s all about redefining what longevity looks like.🎧 Tune in and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @trainhybrdConnect with Jeff on Instagram → @jeffzwally

In today’s episode, Ben and Jackson dive into the science (and suffering) of heat and humidity training, why it’s often called the poor man’s altitude training, and how to adjust your paces when the weather turns savage.Whether you’re battling a summer heatwave or live somewhere that feels like a sauna year-round, this one’s for you.🎧 Tune in now for practical tips on training smarter (not just sweatier).🔥 Grab the free Heat Training Cheat Sheet Ben promised — Training Cheat Sheet.

What does it really take to break 60 minutes in HYROX?Today, Coach Jackson sits down with Chris Bayens, coach and athlete, to unpack the training systems behind some of Australia’s fastest hybrid racers, including Josh van Zeeland (55:00 Sydney Pro) and Tanguy Cruz (57:37 Perth).From building aerobic capacity and race-specific conditioning to balancing strength, efficiency, and recovery, this episode breaks down the blueprint for hybrid performance success.We cover:🏋️‍♂️ Chris’s key programming principles (80/20, threshold work, movement efficiency)🧠 Coaching gen-pop vs. elite HYROX athletes📊 Structuring training blocks, deloads & recovery metrics🔥 What separates sub-60 athletes from the rest💭 Where the sport of HYROX is heading nextWhether you’re a HYROX competitor, hybrid athlete, or runner chasing your next breakthrough, this one will challenge how you think about endurance, strength, and performance.🎧 Listen now and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @trainhybrd👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

Jackson will go to extreme lengths to get an episode in, even chasing Ben down on a yacht. From the deck, we tackle some of running’s most debated questions:Is Zone 2 training the ultimate key to performance — or just overhyped?Could chasing “perfect form” actually slow you down?Do treadmills deserve a spot in your training plan, or should they be left on the gym floor?Packed with hot takes, plenty of laughs, and maybe a few ruffled feathers. 👉 Click here for freebies, coaching, and ways to support the cause

How do you keep pushing your training forward when work, family, and life stress are already weighing you down?In this episode, Jackson and Ben break down the simple yet powerful strategies every hybrid athlete and runner needs to avoid burnout and achieve better results.This isn’t about doing less - it’s about training smarter so you can eventually train harder. From understanding why stress is stress (your body doesn’t separate work from workouts), to learning how to structure your training year, manage recovery, and take strategic breaks, this episode gives you a framework to stay consistent without burning out.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: TrainHybrd

Most hybrid athletes either overtrain, undertrain, or just throw random hard sessions together hoping it will carry them through race day. The problem? That approach leaves you burnt out, underprepared, or stuck at the same level.In this episode, I break down the exact 16-week HYROX blueprint we’ve built at HYBRD - the framework that takes you from base fitness to race-day peak without spending 20 hours a week in the gym.Here’s what you’ll hear:Why most athletes fail to peak at the right time (and how to avoid it).The four key phases that carry you from base → taper.The underrated Saturday sessions that can make or break your prep.A simple tracking system that keeps you aligned with recovery, intensity, and performance.How this plan scales to anyone, from first-timers to sub-70 Pro chasers.By the end, you’ll understand what makes structured HYROX training different, and how to stop guessing and start progressing.👉 Ready to dominate your next HYROX? Access the full HYBRD HYROX 16-Week Program here: TrainHybrd

Jackson and Beni dive into training resets, running abroad, and testing their friendship with games and deep questions. From social detox to a 55km fundraiser run, this episode is part laughs, part lessons for hybrid athletes and runners.👉 Support Ben’s 55km Sea Shepherd run: GOFUNDME👉 Check out all our socials through this link: TrainHybrd👉 Follow us on Instagram: @TrainHybrd